Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2023 Issue. Photography by Katja Smurakova When Björn and Katja sealed the deal on their 1984 Mercedes-Benz 508D bus in 2018, the interior was empty,…
The Nimbl Evolution X AEV Prospector XL is the Expedition Vehicle You Have Been Waiting For
Nimbl Vehicles, a leading manufacturer of expedition vehicles, has partnered with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), a premier supplier of OE-quality performance-driven aftermarket vehicle parts and accessories, to offer customers the Nimbl Evolution atop the AEV Prospector…
2008 Toyota Tundra TRD Off-Road Overland Build :: Armor from C4 Fabrication and TRD
When used as a daily driver, we never felt the need to add an aftermarket bumper to our 2008 Toyota Tundra. We used it on long, flat gravel roads for the last four years to get…
Video of the Week :: Iconic MEGA 6×6 LandCruiser crosses the Mojave Desert
If you are a Toyota Land Cruiser fan, we have a treat for you! In this “Patriot Games” episode, the Australian Montesalvo family set off directly from SEMA in Nevada on an adventure through the Mojave…
Episode 136 Sean Holman on Four Wheeling and Finding Your Adventure
Show Notes for Podcast #136 Sean Holman on Four Wheeling and Finding Your Adventure Summary: Scott Brady and Matt Scott interview the legendary Sean Holman, who has spent the last two decades exploring the globe by…
The Australian Hardkorr Camper is Innovative and Built for the Bush (or Beach)
Hardkorr Campers, a Queensland-based manufacturer, has been in the camping trailer industry since 2015 and has established a reputation for building affordable and compact camping trailers and larger caravans. Hardkorr Campers has recently launched the HKC…
iKamper Launches PNW-Inspired Roof Tent at Seattle Store Launch
iKamper, the innovative outdoor equipment and rooftop tent brand, has announced the release of its first limited-edition rooftop tent called the PNW Edition. The tent will be available in both Skycamp 3.0 and Skycamp 3.0 Mini…
Starlink Competitors To Increase Global Broadband Coverage (And Why This Is Great News For Explorers)
Starlink is a game changer for those who travel and work and explorers who benefit from the security, peace of mind, and seamless connectivity that satellite-distributed internet access provides. Soon there will be nowhere on Earth…
Hummer EV SUV Brings All the Toys
Thirty years ago, AM General began selling a civilian version of their M998 Humvee. The original Hummer was equal parts capable, commanding, and entirely unique—they were legendary. The 1992 model came equipped with independent front and…
Overland Classifieds :: 2008 Land Rover LR3 HSE LUX HD
The Land Rover LR3 is a popular option on our forum for overland builds, with recent examples including this 2006 expedition build and a 2008 HSE. These vehicles provide a dependable V8 motor, luxurious interior, and…
Defender Pretender? :: Old and New Defenders Shoot It Out in Botswana
I could just about smell Johannesburg, less than 321 km to go. We had been up since 5:00 am, our plan was to drive from Kasane, on the banks of the charming Chobe River in northern…
Overland Classifieds :: 1992 Toyota Troopcarrier
In my opinion, the Toyota Troopcarrier is one of the best platforms ever made for overlanding. It’s a 4WD designed from the ground up to be absolutely dependable off-grid and is subsequently a popular vehicle for…
The Cold Start Off-Road Riding Clinic Returns to Baja California This May
Back for its second run, and with a focus on ADV 101 skills, the Cold Start Off-Road Riding Clinic and Culinary Experience will take place from May 5 to 11, 2023, in Baja, California. Leaving from…
Can I Get a Lift? :: Baseline Mods for the Subaru Forester
The Subaru Forester has long been a respected platform, sold worldwide as the ultimate inclement weather wagon, complete with good ground clearance and notable interior storage volume. The Subaru brand harkens back to the Fuji corporation…
Overland Classifieds :: 2004 Ford F-450 4×4 “The Beast” Camper
The Ford F-450 is a popular choice for heavier overland builds, with recent examples including this 2019 Limited Extreme Duty, a 2019 Severe Duty with an Autarky camper, and a 2008 expedition camper. If today’s example…
Overland Classifieds :: 2013 Toyota Tundra CrewMax TRD Supercharged
The Tundra is one of the most popular full-size trucks on our forum for overland builds, with recent examples including this 2019 TRD Off-Road with A/T Overland Atlas, a 2018 CrewMax 1794 Edition with RSI cap,…
LAND Energy Launches New e-Motorcycle :: The District Scrambler
Cleaveland, Ohio’s Land Energy is a forward-thinking electric mobility company, and they’ve just announced the debut of their latest e-Motorcycle: the District. Produced in two flavors, a street-oriented bike and an adventure-focused scrambler, the latter District…
The Bubble Run :: South Africa’s Only Traditional Motorcycle Run
If you’ve ever flipped up a kickstand in South Africa, you know it’s one of the absolute best destinations for adventure motorcycling. The diversity of landscapes and scenery, the wildlife, the melting pot of cultures, and…
What You Need to Know About Water Sourcing, Filtration, and Storage
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Overland Journal’s Gear 2023 Issue. Camped beside a road in Ivory Coast, I filtered soupy rainwater from an old plastic barrel. I trusted my system but had to wonder—was…
Touratech-USA Presents: Riding Solo AZ to BC
Touratech-USA Announces a New Sterling Noren Film Grab some popcorn, get comfortable, and enjoy the ride. Sterling Noren is about to take you to Canada as no one else has. The noted filmmaker and adventure traveler…